Wednesday, March 23, 2022

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Australia’s Embrace of Defectors Sends Shockwaves Through Myanmar Military

Posted: 23 Mar 2022 06:32 AM PDT

Groups assisting defectors say they have seen a spike in interest since reports emerged that Australia is granting asylum to those who quit Myanmar's brutal armed forces.  

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The Irrawaddy Magazine

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Former Myanmar First Lady Refuses to Meet ASEAN Envoy

Posted: 23 Mar 2022 02:37 AM PDT

Political analysts believe the regime wanted Daw Su Su Lwin to meet ASEAN's envoy to show the world that the NLD remains part of Myanmar politics. 

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Myanmar Junta Deploys Militias in Key Strategic State 

Posted: 23 Mar 2022 01:58 AM PDT

Regime forces have suffered heavy losses in Kayah State and much of its territory is in resistance hands. 

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